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Another 25,000 people were evacuated from villages near Madrid threatened by wildfires, increasing the total to 70,000. The evacuations occurred in Valle del Tietar (Avila province) and two Madrid region villages, as reported by government delegate Francisco Martin.

The article discusses the challenges of adapting buildings and neighborhoods to withstand record temperatures, highlighting that current infrastructure is not designed for extreme heat. Stéphane Kirkland explains the complexities of modifying existing structures and urban environments to address these climate-related issues.

Extreme heat is elevating national security risks during London Climate Week, with focus shifting to physical dangers and energy security as temperatures set new records.

European countries are issuing heat warnings as an unseasonal heatwave drives record temperatures across the continent.

South East Water has urged residents in Kent and Sussex to use water only for essential needs due to a surge in demand caused by extreme heat. The company reported a 100m litre increase in usage over the average, following water outages for hundreds of homes over three days during record temperatures.

Europe is experiencing a deadly 'heat dome' causing record temperatures, which has been linked to seven deaths. The extreme weather event highlights the severe health risks associated with prolonged heatwaves.

Experts warn that an unusual 'super El Niño' climate pattern could push the UK's summer temperatures to record highs. The phenomenon, characterized by warmer-than-average ocean temperatures in the Pacific, may significantly impact Britain's weather this year.